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Could nuclear energy propel shipping to net-zero by 2050?

Leah Rogers by Leah Rogers
7 months ago
Reading Time: 16 mins read
Could nuclear energy propel shipping to net-zero by 2050?
Table of Contents
  1. Introduction
  2. Nuclear power and the maritime industry today
  3. What is nuclear power?
    • Nuclear Fission
    • Nuclear Fusion
  4. Why should nuclear energy be used onboard ships today?
  5. Is it possible for nuclear energy to be incorporated into the shipping Industry?
  6. Problems with Nuclear Energy
  7. Key and Emerging Players in Nuclear Shipping
  8. Conclusion

Introduction

In recent years, the IMO has accelerated regulatory efforts to cut the carbon intensity of all ships by at least 40% by the year 2030 and make the industry net zero by 2050. Because of this, creating an alternative fuel source has become a necessity, and many companies are now working towards that aim. 

Nuclear propelled ships are by no means new; they have been used in the past, perhaps most commonly on nuclear submarines, but examples can also be found in surface vessels such as Russian icebreakers and the NS Savannah as far back as 1959. Generally, nuclear has proven itself to be a stable means of propulsion. Still, safety concerns, along with the fact that initial installation costs for a nuclear reactor have traditionally been so high has put many shipping companies off using them. However, with fuel costs currently so high, could nuclear power save ship owners thousands in the long run and help the sector meet its 2050 obligations?

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Leah Rogers

Leah Rogers

Leah gained a degree in Leadership and Management from the University of Cumbria, before deciding to go back to college to study Nautical Science at The City of Glasgow College. After qualifying, Leah sailed with many shipping companies, such as the Jubilee sailing trust, Trinity House, and Vroon offshore as a 2nd officer. Leah has a vast amount of knowledge about the maritime industry and has proven her ability to successfully manage teams, work with people of all abilities and carry out regular officer level duties during her time at sea.

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